consignment
/kənˈsaɪnmənt/
noun
- A batch of goods sent or delivered to someone, especially for sale.
- She sold her old books on consignment at the local shop, meaning she only got paid when they sold.
- The consignment of electronics was delayed at the port due to a customs inspection.
- The store received a new consignment of winter coats just in time for the cold weather.
- The act of sending or delivering goods to someone.
- The contract covered the consignment of goods from the factory to the distributor.
- They arranged for the consignment of medical supplies to the disaster area.
- The consignment of the artwork to the museum required special insurance.